Description
The Florida red tide is a naturally occurring phenomenon that continues to challenge researchers seeking clues to its origin and cause. It has been documented along Florida's Gulf Coast since the 1840s and probably occurred much earlier.

This brochure discusses Florida red tide and includes information on the dinoflagellate that causes red tide blooms, how red tides affect marine life and people, and a discussion on whether humans should seek to eliminate red tide.

This out-of-print brochure is currently available for download only.
(PDF file—227 KB)